Lakers News: Josh Hart Wears Kirk Gibson Dodgers Jersey To Show ‘Some Love’

Matthew Moreno
2 Min Read
Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

While the Los Angeles Lakers are nearing the end of their preseason schedule and closing in on the start of their 2018 campaign, the Dodgers have just begun the MLB postseason and their march toward ending a 30-year World Series drought.

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The Lakers haven’t gone without a championship for nearly as long, but their drought nevertheless has been previously unchartered territory for the storied franchise. And with LeBron James now leading the team, the Lakers expectations similar to the Dodgers’.

Both organizations stand as the preferred choice by Angelenos, and they’ve developed a friendly relationship over the years. The Dodgers annually host Lakers Night at Dodger Stadium, and Dodgers players are often found at Staples Center during their offseason.

With the Lakers playing on the same night as the Dodgers opening their National League Division Series, Josh Hart took the opportunity to pay homage by wearing a Kirk Gibson jersey.

Hart explained it was a sign of support and admitted he’s coming around to rooting for the the Dodgers despite being a Maryland native, via Spectrum SportsNet:

“They’ve got a big game tonight. Maybe I can bring them a little luck, hopefully get a win. … I haven’t fully converted yet but I mean, I’m embracing the L.A. sports town. Gotta show them some love.”

Hart was on hand for Lakers Night this year to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium. Had he pursued a career in baseball instead of basketball, Hart told LakersNation.com it would’ve been as a starting pitcher.

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Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Managing Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers games, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com
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